By Karen Stokes Gwen Washington, a former Milwaukee Public School educator, believes in staying healthy. She faithfully attends her annual physicals and she’s been in good health. Recently, her … [Read more...]
Healthy Living With Diabetes Workshops On Wednesdays April 5th thru May 17th
Healthy Living With Diabetes Workshops
Healthy Living With Diabetes Free Workshop
12 Tips to Avoid Diabetes Complications
Courtesy of Brain, Brawn, & Body Choose Carbs Carefully Diabetes doesn’t mean you have to cut carbs completely. Choose carbohydrates that break down in the body slowly, providing steady … [Read more...]
In Milwaukee County, Diabetes Rates on the Rise
By Mrinal Gokhale It is well known that diabetes is commonly found among the elderly, often along with chronic conditions like high blood pressure and cholesterol. Milwaukee County’s elderly … [Read more...]
Black Diabetics Suffer From High Rates of Vision Loss
Special to the Trice Edney News Wire from BlackMansStreet.Today African-Americans suffering from diabetes have higher rates of vision loss compared with other ethnic and racial groups, and poor … [Read more...]
Are You at Risk for Diabetic Eye Disease?
By Cheryl L. Dejewski With diabetes at epidemic levels, chances are you know (or are) one of the 29+ million Americans with the disease. If so, be aware: Diabetes does more than affect blood sugar. … [Read more...]
Brain Brawn and Body: 9 Surprising Ways to Lower Your Diabetes Risk
You might not know that these small steps can produce big results. The most common form of diabetes, Type 2 (once called adult-onset or non-insulin-dependent diabetes), affects 90 to 95 percent of … [Read more...]
Stop Diabetes! Free Health Screening Event
Are you at risk for developing type 2 diabetes? Come find out for FREE! The YMCA’S Diabetes Prevention Program will be hosting a free health screening on Saturday, April 5 from 10 AM – 2PM at the … [Read more...]